KPN USB-modem User Manual

KPN USB-modem

User Manual

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1 Modem Introduction 3

1.1 Introduction 3

1.2 Warning and Notice 3

1.3 Applicability Scope 4

1.4 System requirements 4

1.5 Functions 4

1.6 Specifi cation 5

1.7 LED indications 6

2 Installation 7

2.1 Outline and Part Introduction 7

2.2 Hardware Installation 7

2.3 Software Installation 9

2.4 Run the Application Software 13

2.5 Hardware Uninstall 13

2.6 Software Uninstall 14

3 Functions & Operation 16

3.1 Interface introduction 16

3.1.1 Main Interface 16

3.1.2 Description of Mini Icons 17

3.2 Connecting Internet 19

3.3 SMS 20

3.3.1 Read SMS 22

3.3.2 Create new message 22

3.3.3 The SMS box Operating Guide 24

3.4 Phonebook 25

3.5 Settings 26

3.5.1 Connection Settings 27

3.5.2 Security Settings 28

3.5.3 Network Settings 29

3.5.4 Messages Settings 31

3.5.5 Alert settings 32

3.6 MicroSD card 32

3.7 Help 32

4 FAQ & Answers 33

Contents

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1.1 Introduction

Thank you for using KPN USB-modem.

To guarantee the modem always in its best condition, please read this manual carefully and keep it for further use.

The pictures, symbols and contents in this manual are just for your reference. They might not be completely

identical with your modem. We operate a policy of continuous development. We reserve the right to update the

technical specifi cations in this document at any time without prior notice.

The KPN USB-modem is a type of multi-mode, 3G modem, suitable for GSM/GPRS/WCDMA/EDGE/HSDPA network.

It adopts USB interface which provides an easy interface to laptop and desktop PC. With the GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE/

WCDMA/ HSDPA mobile network, it can help you carry out SMS, data service and will help you break away from

the limit of time and zone, and realize wireless communication at any moment everywhere.

1.2 Warning and Notice

To the owner:

• Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by modem if inadequately shielded,

such as electronic system of vehicles. Please consult the manufacturer of the device before using the modem if

necessary.

• Operating of laptop and desktop PC and modem may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids and

pacemakers. Please always keep them more than 20 centimeters away from such medical devices when they are

turned on. Turn the modem off if necessary. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device before

using the modem.

• Be aware of the usage limitation when using a modem at places such as oil warehouses or chemical factories,

where there are explosive gases or explosive products being processed. Therefore, turn off your modem if required.

• Don’t touch the inner antenna area if not necessary. Otherwise it will affect your modem’s performance.

• Store the modem out of the reach of little children. The modem may cause injury if used as a toy.

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Modem:

• Please use original accessories or accessories that are authorized. Using any unauthorized accessories may affect

your modem’s performance, and violate related national regulations about telecom terminals.

• Avoid using the modem near metallic structure device or establishment that can emit electromagnet wave.

Otherwise it may infl uence receiving signals.

• The modem is non-waterproof type, please keep it dry and store in shady and cool place.

• Don’t use the modem immediately after a sudden temperature change. In such case, it will produce dew inside and

outside the modem, so don’t use it until it becomes dry.

• Take the modem carefully. Don’t lose, bend or cause it struck. Otherwise it will lead to destruct damage.

• No dismantling by non-professional and only qualifi ed maintainer can undertake repair work.

1.3 Applicability Scope

KPN USB-modem supports the present mainstream types of laptops and desktop PCs, such as HP, IBM, Toshiba,

Lenovo, Dell, Sony, etc.

1.4 System requirements

Operating SystemÐWindows 2000 / XP / Vista, and MAC OS X 10.3, 10.4 en 10.5.

Confi guration (Recommended):

CPU 500MHz Pentium or above

Hard Disk 20 M or above

RAM 128 M or above

The performance of the modem may be infl uenced if confi guration is under the recommended requirement.

1.5 Functions

Functions: SMS service, data service, applied management, data concurrence, support MicroSD card, etc.

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1.6 Specifi cation

Networks

Frequency Band

Dimension

Weight

Data Rate

Working Voltage

Current Loss

Max

Emission Power

Interface type

Supported systems

Supported

operating systems

Functions

Micro-SD memory card

Netwerk standards

Frequency bands

Temperature

HSDPA/UMTS/GSM/GPRS/EDGE

HSDPA/UMTS 2100 MHz:

1920 MHz-1980 MHz/2110 MHz-2170 MHz (Up/Down-Link)

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900 MHz: 880 MHz-915 MHz/925 MHz-960

MHz (Up/Down-Link)

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 1800 MHz: 1710 MHz-1785

MHz/1805 MHz-1880 MHz (Up/Down-Link)

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 1900 MHz: 1850 MHz-1910

MHz/1930 MHz-1990 MHz (Up/Down-Link)

82 mm x 28 mm x 12 mm

55 g

IIn HSDPA Mode, max download speed 7.2Mbps

In UMTS Mode, max speed 384 Kbps

In EDGE modeÐmax speed 236.8Kbps

5V (Using the laptop or desktop PC power supply)

Average: 500mA

In 3G WCDMA Mode: 250mW

In 2G GSM/GPRS Mode: 2W

USB standard (1.0 and 2.0)

Support for the most laptops en desktop PC’s

Windows 2000, XP SP2, Vista

Apple MAC OS X 10.3, 10.4, 10.5

SMS service, data service, internet, applied management,

data concurrence, support MicroSD card

Support upto 4GB memory capacity

HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM

HSDPA/UMTS 2100MHz,

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900/1800/1900MHz

-20°C ~ +60°C

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1.7 LED indications

In the USB-modem there is a multi-colour-LED (light), which shows the status of the modem, using different co-

lours and fl ash-signalling. In this table below an explanation is given of all different situations:

LED indication:

Red

Green blinking

Green burning

Purple blinking

Purple burning

Blue burning

Light-Blue burning

USB-modem working status:

Error Status, or Modem not ready yet, busy starting up

Attached to GPRS or EDGE network

Active connection via GPRS or EDGE network

Attached to UMTS or HSDPA network

Active connection via UMTS network

Active connection via HSDPA network

Micro-SD memory-card found and ready to use

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2.1 Outline and Part Introduction

1. USIM/SIM Card Slot

2. MicroSD Card Slot

3. USB Port

4. Modem Cover

2.2 Hardware Installation

1. Insert the SIM/USIM card into the USB-modem::

First, you should insert your SIM/USIM card into the USB-modem, and confi rm that your SIM/USIM card support data

service, Internet, UMTS and HSDPA etc. If you have questions on this, please consult the shop or KPN help desk.

To install SIM/USIM card, fi rst take down the modem cover, then the USB connector is visible.

Pull the plastic socket above the USB connector a little out.

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Then insert the SIM/USIM card as deep as possible into the socket, here make sure that metal contact facing to the

modem. Please refer to the following picture, insert the SIM/USIM card smoothly into the modem, with the

cutted edge into the stick. Insert the (U)SIM so deep into the modem that it falls completely within the housing

of the modem, and let the small plastic socket give a small click to fall into the right position.

2. Install memory card

Even more you can do with this stick, you can use a compatible MicroSD card to save more data. Only MicroSD

card is supported by the modem and do not use other memory card in the modem. Install Micro-SD memory-card

in the USB-modem, if you want to use it.

Open the MicroSD card cover. Insert the MicroSD card into the slot. Make sure the metal contact side of the memory

card facing the modem shown as the following picture.

Then close the MicroSD card slot cover.

The driver of the MicroSD card will installed automatically when the modem driver is installed

Note: maximum 4GB MicroSD card is supported.

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3. Connect the USB-modem to your PC:

• Then connect the USB-modem to the USB port and ensure that it is tightly inserted.

• The modem will be automatically recognized.

• The system will automatically detect and recognize the new hardware and display the new icon in the desktop

status bar, indicating that the computer and the USB-modem have been connected properly. After a few

seconds, the installation program will start automatically.

2.3 Software Installation

The system will automatically detect and recognize the new hardware and display the new icon in the desktop

status bar, indicating that the computer and the USB-modem have been connected properly. After a few seconds,

there will show the following installation interface if the laptop and desktop PC supports automatic installation.

If the laptop and desktop PC doesn’t support automatic installation, start the installation program by run the

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AutoRun.exe” from the CD-ROM drive. The following installation interface will show how to start installation.

Select the language according to the operating system and click “

Next”. and then you will see the following

screen will popup:

Choose the language then click “

OK”. the following screen will shows up:

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Strongly recommend you to exit “Windows” programs, and click “Next”.

Read the agreement carefully. If you agree, choose “I accept the terms of the license agreement”,

and then click “

Next”.

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Select the folder that you want to install the software, and you can select a different path by pressing “Change”,

then click “

Next”. The dashboard software “KPN Mobile Connect” begins to install.

The system show the installation progress, wait a minute and the following screen will shows up: